Iran has sharply criticised the United States, accusing Washington of violating the commitments outlined in the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two countries. The allegations come amid renewed tensions following the collapse of the fragile ceasefire, with Tehran claiming that recent US actions have undermined the agreement meant to reduce hostilities.
Speaking on Wednesday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said the United States had failed to honour its obligations under the MoU and accused President Donald Trump of escalating tensions through his recent statements. Baghaei described Trump as "criminal and murderous," asserting that Iran would continue to defend its sovereignty and national interests against what it called repeated violations by Washington.
Iranian officials argued that the US had breached several provisions of the agreement, including commitments related to de-escalation and military activities. Tehran also criticised what it described as contradictory statements from US officials, saying such remarks further erode trust between the two countries and make diplomatic engagement more difficult.
The exchange follows a series of military and political developments that have pushed US-Iran relations to one of their lowest points in recent weeks. President Trump recently declared that the ceasefire agreement was effectively over and warned of further military action if Iran continued what Washington considers hostile activities. The US has accused Iran of violating the agreement through attacks on commercial shipping and other security incidents in the region, allegations that Tehran denies.
Iran maintains that it has acted within its rights and insists that the United States initiated the latest escalation. Senior Iranian leaders have warned that any further breach of the MoU could have serious consequences, while reiterating that diplomacy remains possible only if Washington fully respects the agreement's terms.
The latest war of words has further reduced hopes for an early return to negotiations. Several countries, including Pakistan, have urged both sides to honour the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and avoid actions that could trigger a wider regional conflict. International observers have also expressed concern that continued accusations and military threats could further destabilise the Middle East and disrupt global energy markets.
